Moderate

Those elements, with electronic configuration of valence shell ns2np6 show little tendency to react chemically, are called:

Correct answer: D. Noble gases

  • A. Lanthanides
  • B. Actinides
  • C. Alkali metal
  • D. Noble gases

Explanation

Elements with the electronic configuration of valence shell ns²np⁶ are known as noble gases. These elements are chemically inert due to their completely filled valence electron shells, making them highly stable and unreactive with other elements.

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